FP&A / Commercial Accounting
Team Talent

Below are profiles of candidates we are currently working with who are available for new opportunities, and have specific hands-on experience in commercial, operational and month end accounting roles, some able to start quickly (within days) and all should hit the ground running.

Maximum flexibility for your business, engage these candidates on a salary, hourly or daily rate basis. 

This is not an exhaustive list, but rather a snapshot of the type of candidates we are working with locally who are currently available. 

Other specialisms are covered.

Our Services

Commercial Financial Analyst #55479

8+ years multisite reporting background

  • Conduct in-depth analysis of sales and profitability metrics for senior leadership
  • Forecast retail sales categories alongside operating expenses
  • Assist in the development of the annual budget
  • Evaluate new store investment opportunities
  • Perform post-investment reviews and analyse reports to identify key insights, actions, and trends
  • Provide support for monthly financial forecasts
  • Conduct analysis of monthly financial forecasts
  • Identify discrepancies between planned and actual financial results in monthly reports
  • Assist in the preparation of comprehensive annual financial plans
  • Review and analyse annual financial plans submitted by the region
  • Gather, organise, and assess financial data before dissemination to the business
  • Generate ad hoc reports and deliver analysis to senior management
  • Prepare national annual forecasts, including submissions for international review

FP&A Analyst #25302

9+ years month end and commercial experience

  • Developed dashboards for management to monitor monthly and year-to-date performance and KPIs across all regions.
  • Created cost trackers to improve visibility and control over expenses.
  • Established an operating plan for analysing budget variances and facilitating discussions with the Procurement team.
  • Designed a master tracker to highlight savings, aiding in the management of monthly and annual business expectations.
  • Built an automated billing tool during my Finance Apprenticeship, reducing processing time by 50% for a key customer.
  • Utilised macros to automate journal entries, saving three hours monthly at month-end.
  • Created tools like the Capex dashboard and cost trackers for effective departmental cost management.
  • Collaborated across functions to integrate various departments within the Finance team.
  • Compiled monthly management reports and monitored financial performance to support decision-making.
  • Led a small team, providing training for apprentices and junior accountants.

FP&A Manager #254493

16+ years commercial Accounting experience

  • Oversaw P&L management for our UK site, leading monthly forecasting and annual budgeting with precise balance sheet oversight.
  • Streamlined processes for greater efficiency, implementing checks to prevent revenue loss; developed a monthly reporting package and weekly P&L overview for consistent group reporting.
  • Doubled PBIT and cash flow from the start to the end of the year after taking over leadership.
  • Created a project margin report to track performance against original quotes, identifying financial losses and driving process improvements.
  • Onboarded a newly acquired business, aligning their financial reporting with our group standards.

Senior Management Accountant #23587

ACCA qualified, 16+ Finance experience across multiple sector verticals

  • Led the migration of financial data to an ERP system, enhancing data visibility and accuracy.
  • Developed and presented financial reports to senior management, driving strategic decision-making.
  • Facilitated the year-end audit with precise documentation, ensuring compliance with standards.
  • Mentored junior team members in financial analysis, fostering skill development.
  • Established an in-house asset management process for timely depreciation adjustments.
  • Managed the monthly financial close, including journal entries and variance analysis.
  • Collaborated on forecasts and budgets, achieving a £5m reduction in working capital.
  • Ensured compliance with UK accounting standards and supported internal and external audits.
  • Provided training and support to junior staff, enhancing team capabilities.
  • Communicated financial data effectively to non-financial managers, improving understanding.

Management Accountant #254889

12+ years Finance experience across multiple sectors

  • Act as the finance business partner to key internal stakeholders, including Commercial, Capital Projects, and Operating cost centre managers.
  • Identify risks and opportunities by fostering relationships with stakeholders and providing monthly forecasts that highlight budget deviations.
  • Oversee the budgeting (8+4) and reforecasting (4+8 & 7+5) processes, including the creation and presentation of assumptions and documentation for the parent company.
  • Manage the preparation of management accounts and board packs, conducting monthly reviews to hold budget holders accountable for meeting targets.
  • Exercise financial control over a recent £20m project, questioning internal and external project managers regarding budgets, change requests, and work scopes.
  • Serve as the primary contact for the parent company’s Capital, Consolidation, and Commercial teams.
  • Act as the first point of contact for audit and tax inquiries, including data collection and walkthroughs.
  • Implement standardised reporting to align with group consolidated financial statements and capital expenditure tracking.
  • Support the Financial Controller in preparing statutory financial statements for both individual entities and the group.

Finance Manager #65882

ACMA qualified, 19+ years varied Finance experience

  • Collaborates with the site leader and senior management to oversee the business unit, define strategy, and achieve performance targets.
  • Develops and leads the monthly reporting process, delivering precise financial results and forecast updates to Corporate.
  • Maintains focus and accountability on critical performance indicators.
  • Ensures all operations are fully compliant with local regulations, U.S. GAAP, and IDEX reporting standards, guaranteeing timely and accurate completion of all IDEX deliverables.
  • Manages the annual operating plan process along with monthly forecasting and reporting, while supporting strategic planning initiatives.
  • Oversees asset preservation and enhances working capital management.
  • Establishes a strong internal control framework and ensures adherence across the organisation.
  • Places significant emphasis on Gross Margin, analysing commercial mix and reporting variances against budget, forecasts, and previous years.
  • Responsible for managing three finance direct reports, including the Assistant Management Accountant, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Payroll, providing coaching and support for their professional development.

Our Services

Permanent Recruitment

A customised solution designed to meet the unique demands of sourcing and securing talented professionals for long-term or permanent positions within an organisation

Contract Recruitment

A tailored solution crafted to address the specific requirements of sourcing and engaging skilled professionals for medium to long-term fixed-term or project-based roles.

Temporary Recruitment

A fast-paced solution crafted to address the specific requirements of sourcing and engaging skilled professionals for short-term or temporary roles.

Our Achievements

92%

of clients would recommend us

89%

of candidates would recommend us

33+

years of recruitment experience

100%

no-nonsense approach

What Our Clients Say

"Slick and professional recruiting experience - Takes time to build relationships with clients and gets to understand the culture of the business. Has filled every requirement I’ve asked."
HR Director
"Real professionalism - Not knowing when to keep in touch and when it’s best to stay back a little. Real professionalism, honestly a pleasure to deal with."
Group Director
"Great recruiter - I’d been recruiting for a position with little success. Had one detailed conversation with Checked, sent me one candidate who is the best by far, and I recruited."
Controller
"Honest and pragmatic – Always been honest and pragmatic. Looks to find solutions when they’re not easy to find. Thanks for your support over the years."
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HR Director

Slick and professional recruiting experience - Takes time to build relationships with clients and gets to understand the culture of the business, has filled every requirement I’ve asked

Group Director

Great recruiter -I’d been recruiting for a position with little success, had one detailed conversation with Checked, sent me one candidate who is best by far and I recruited

Director

Honest and pragmatic – Always been honest and pragmatic looks to find salute solutions when they’re not easy to find. Thanks for your support over the years

FAQS

We thoroughly screen candidates using relevant techniques which can include referencing, psychometric tests (situational judgment, behavioural, competency), integrity assessments, skills evaluations, and online presence reviews. This comprehensive approach ensures that we present the best-fit, thoroughly vetted candidates.

We are able to support our clients with temporary (hourly or daily rate payrolled through us), fixed-term contract, and permanent recruitment solutions. We offer a number of delivery options for permanent projects, depending on the specific needs and complexity of the brief

Yes, we have  numerous case studies available that we can send over to you that outline previous successful recruitment projects we have delivered that would be relevant to your organisation.

We support our clients across sales, operational, engineering, finance, HR, and administration teams within their businesses.

Nearly 20 years now. 

We work hard to make sure every placement is the right fit, leading to a successful project. This is the case in over 90% of our projects. As a safety net for our clients, we back up our work with a standard, free replacement period.

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